Ariel Sharon and the Attack on Beirut
In 1982, Israeli Defense Minister Ariel Sharon blockaded the Lebanese capital, Beirut, and launched attacks on Palestinian camps, triggering a severe crisis. During this time, thousands of Palestinians lost their lives, and Israel’s practices garnered significant international attention.
Dialogue between Reagan and Begin
The phone call from US President Ronald Reagan to Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin in 1982 was a crucial step towards ending the Israeli attacks in Beirut. Reagan expressing his reaction using the term „genocide“ was a strong signal on the international stage against Israel’s policies.
Joe Biden and Israeli Policy
In 2024, US President Joe Biden’s apparent helplessness towards Israeli policy has sparked criticism. Biden’s stance on the use of force against Israel differs from the approaches of Reagan and other former heads of state and government. Discussions on the role of the US in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict continue.
Statements by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s remarks on Israeli settlement construction in the West Bank and Gaza policy have caught the attention of the international community. Blinken’s words suggest that the US’s stance towards Israel could change.